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Bachelor of Business Administration Degree Program
4 Years (8 Semesters)
123 Credit Hours
Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters

Program Overview

The BBA in Entrepreneurship program empowers individuals with the passion and drive to innovate across diverse industries, nurturing their entrepreneurial spirit and potential. Graduates emerge equipped with the skills and mindset to thrive in entrepreneurial careers, enriched by hands-on experiences in project and venture creation across varied landscapes.

This unique program cultivates entrepreneurs versed in strategic planning, market differentiation, funding strategies, legalities, and venture launch, blending theoretical insights with practical exercises, industry engagements, and academic expertise. With access to consultancy, internships, and live entrepreneurial projects, students gain invaluable experiences to propel their careers forward.

Benefits

The BBA in Entrepreneurship offers a comprehensive understanding of core business functions, equipping graduates with the essential skills pivotal for starting new ventures and/or ascending to management roles across a spectrum of industries, from multinational corporations to innovative startups or smaller family-run businesses. Entrepreneurs can address a wide range of business and social challenges in various industries and business sectors. With continuous efforts and substantial progress within the region towards economic diversification and sustainability, graduates with enterprising and entrepreneurial competencies to drive such major social and commercial innovations as entrepreneurial leaders for continued economic growth and sustainability are in high demand.

Career Opportunities

Graduates in the BBA in Entrepreneurship are expected to have several job and business opportunities. Entrepreneurship graduates are anticipated to continue developing and expanding their business idea; however, they can also contribute to several functions in existing organizations, covering roles such as business and management consultants, as well business development, business set up, marketing and sales. Entrepreneurship graduates can also naturally join young and agile companies and or contribute to the establishment of new departments or functions in established companies.

Graduates of this program will have a wealth of industries to choose from including Oil and Gas, Banking, Telecommunication, Police, Manufacturing, Retail, Logistics and Healthcare.

  • Business Development Manager
  • Business Entrepreneur
  • Start-up Founder/ Manager
  • Innovation Manager / consultant
  • Business Analyst/Consultant
  • Intrapreneur Manager
  • Franchise owner

 

The BBA program aims to provide students with a robust foundation of knowledge, enabling them to pursue roles across various specializations including entrepreneurship within business administration with the practical skills required for success. This four-year program offers a blend of theoretical concepts and hands-on learning experiences. Students learn how to navigate the intricacies of the global business landscape, preparing them to become the future leaders of industry and empowering those already engaged in the field to advance their careers. Aligned with Dubai's vision of becoming a leading business hub, the program equips students with the expertise to contribute to the region's transformation into a dynamic economic center.

The goals of the BBA program are given below:

  • Students will be knowledgeable about the business disciplines to enable them to contribute effectively to modern business entities.
  • Students will have a solid understanding of specialized knowledge in their chosen specialization.
  • Students will have a high mastery of communication skills using new information and communication technology methods to effectively reach diverse audiences, and to manage projects.
  • Students will have the skills to be competent and successful in their area of specialization.
  • Students will be able to identify the most appropriate approach for conducting individual or team duties and responsibilities efficiently.
  • Students will be capable of understanding new methodologies and applying new skills with confidence.

  • Apply specialized management principles and theories to a national and global business context to develop strategies for organizations.
  • Analyze management problems, formulate innovative and sustainable solutions and develop effective strategies.
  • Optimize business processes and enhance data-driven decision-making utilizing digital transformation principles and emerging technologies.
  • Implement agile methodologies and adaptive strategies to manage and thrive effectively in complex dynamic business environment.

The BBA in Entrepreneurship program can be completed in 8 semesters (4 academic years) and the maximum duration of completion of the program is eight academic years.

The degree shall be awarded to a student upon completing the following requirements:

  • Passed 123 credit hours.
  • CGPA is not less than 2.0 on a scale of 4.0 points.
  • Earned at least 50% of credits at CUD.
  • Completed the Internship

Dr. Tamer Mohamed Abdellatif Mohamed

Assistant Professor
Email: tamer.mohamed@cud.ac.ae
Phone: +971(04)7096822
Office: HUB Ground Floor - Office 10

 

Program Structure

Requirements Compulsory
Credit Hours
Elective
Credit Hours
Total
Credit Hours
University Requirements (GED Courses) 21 6 27
School of Management Requirements (Common Courses) 63 3 66
Entrepreneurship Major Requirements 24 6 30
Total 108 15 123

Course Code Course Title Prerequisite Credit Hours
Compulsory Courses (24 Credits)
ENT 350 Building an Entrepreneurial Mindset and Strategy ENT 242 3
ENT 351 Social Enterprise and Global Challenges ENT 242 3
ENT 360 Corporate Entrepreneurship ENT 242 3
ENT 361 Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital FIN 201 3
ENT 470 Leadership for Entrepreneurs ENT 350 3
ENT 471 Business Model Validation ENT 361, MKT 201, HRM 210 3
ENT 480 Incubation Project Complete 90 credits, MGT 231, ENT 471 3
ENT 400 Internship in Entrepreneurship Complete 90 credits, 2.0 GPA, ENT 350, ENT 360 3
Elective Courses (06 Credits): Students are required to select two courses from the following courses
ENT 472 Small Business Management ENT 242, MGT 202 3
ENT 473 Innovation Management MGT 202, ENT 242 3
ENT 474 Entrepreneurial Marketing MKT 201, ENT 242 3
ENT 475 Simulation Challenge ENT 360, ENT 471 3